7.0
Viewer Rating
Combines user and critic ratings from four sources
The Buccaneers (2023)
Bias Rating
Analyzing...
Leans Progressive
Viewer Rating
Rating: 7.0
Overview
A group of fun-loving American girls burst onto the scene in tightly corseted 1870s London, kicking off an Anglo-American culture clash. Sent to secure husbands and status, the buccaneers' hearts are set on much more than that.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Apple TVBias Dimensions
Political: Leans Left
Diversity: Moderate
LGBTQ: Neutral
Trans: Neutral
Race Swap: Yes
Overview
A group of fun-loving American girls burst onto the scene in tightly corseted 1870s London, kicking off an Anglo-American culture clash. Sent to secure husbands and status, the buccaneers' hearts are set on much more than that.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Apple TVDetailed Bias Analysis
Analyzing...
Leans Progressive
Primary
The film's dominant themes consistently align with progressive values, particularly through its critique of entrenched class systems, emphasis on female empowerment, and championing of social mobility against traditional constraints, reflecting modern sensibilities about gender and social change.
The series features visible diversity in its cast, including characters of non-white backgrounds. However, it has been noted for prioritizing white characters and largely overlooking historical racial issues, resulting in a somewhat superficial treatment of diversity rather than a deep engagement with DEI themes.
Secondary
The Buccaneers features LGBTQ+ representation through Mabel's queer storyline and progressive casting. While the intent to connect historical and contemporary queer experiences is positive, the limited narrative focus diminishes its significance, resulting in a portrayal that is present but not central or fully affirming.
The Buccaneers features Mabel Elmsworth, a trans character played by Josie Totah, integrated naturally into the 1870s London social scene. The series normalizes trans identities by including them without making them the sole focus or source of conflict, contributing to a broader inclusive narrative. The portrayal is respectful and incidental.
Conchita Closson, a character from Edith Wharton's novel, was widely understood as a white woman of South American descent. The 2023 show portrays her as non-white, constituting a race swap from the source material.
The movie does not contain any action or adventure elements.
The provided information explicitly states there is no indication of gender-swapping in "The Buccaneers." The series focuses on female protagonists within their historical gender roles, aligning with the source material's established characters.
Viewer Rating Breakdown
User Ratings
6.6
7.2
Critic Ratings
7.2
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